Bus from Los Angeles, US to New York City: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to New York City on June 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
GW BridgeCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
New York Port AuthorityNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
New York Port AuthorityNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 3 days, 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

101bus per day
3d Average Duration
3940 kmDistance
98kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$166 - $880Average Duration3d
98kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$330 - $1,359Average Duration3d
358kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to New York City by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to New York City?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to New York City start from $166. The average price for this route is around $244. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to New York City?

    The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to New York City is 3d , covering a distance of 3940 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 18h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to New York City route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 101 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to New York City?

    The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to New York City at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to New York City?

    A bus trip from Los Angeles to New York City generates an estimated 98.48845 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-05
$595
06-06
$557
Today
$549
06-08
$473
06-09
$384
06-10
$393
06-11
$303
06-12
$281
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to New York City was searched and found on Jun 12, 2026 with a price of $281

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $281 to $828 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $281 which is on 2026-06-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to New York City?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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